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a psummer appetizer plate of plum and ricotta bruschetta for guests topped with fresh basil and olive oil
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Plum Ricotta Bruschetta

This plum ricotta bruschetta recipe is a fantastic appetizer with ripe seasonal stone fruit, basil, and honey served on toasted sliced bread with creamy ricotta cheese.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 154kcal
Author: Kelly Jensen
Cost: $3

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 large baguette about 24 baguette slices, 2/3 inch thick
  • 4 plums halved, pits removed
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil thinly sliced or julienned
  • 4 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Instructions

  • Slice the baguette, and place the slices on a sheet pan. Place the pan in the oven, and broil them on high heat for 3 to 4 minutes until they begin to lightly brown. Be sure to watch the bread while it's under the broiler so it doesn't burn. Remove pan from the oven and set aside to cool.
  • Chop the plums into bite-sized pieces about 1/4 inch. Place the diced plums into a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped onion, basil, and honey. Toss well to combine.
  • Spread about 1 teaspoon of ricotta cheese on each toast. And top with 1 tablespoon of the bruschetta mixture. Place the topped toasts on a serving place. Repeat adding the ricotta cheese and bruschetta to each toast.
  • Drizzle each toast with a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately at room temperature. Store leftover bruschetta in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Notes

Dietary Modifications

This recipe is vegetarian and does not contain meat. To make vegan, substitute the ricotta cheese for a plant-based cream cheese instead.
To make gluten free, use certified gluten free bread or crackers instead of the baguette. Ensure all of your ingredients are certified GF before using.
If you don't like the flavor of ricotta cheese, you can use cream cheese, whipped feta, or goat cheese instead.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 246mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg